Barney Costume
Bring the friendly purple dinosaur to life with this classic look.
Barney the Dinosaur is a nostalgic favorite for kids' parties, 90s throwback events, and Halloween. This friendly, huggable look is defined by a vibrant purple body, a bright green belly, and yellow spots. Whether you choose a plush mascot suit, an inflatable version, or a simple DIY hoodie, you'll instantly spread joy.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Barney costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Barney costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Purple dinosaur jumpsuit
A vibrant purple plush jumpsuit featuring a bright green belly panel and a stuffed tail with yellow diamond spots.
DIY: Use a plain purple zip-up hoodie and sew a large oval of green felt onto the chest.
Barney hood or mask
A soft, padded hood featuring Barney's friendly eyes, wide smile, and white felt teeth.
DIY: Attach large white and black felt circles for eyes and white felt triangles for teeth to the hood of your purple sweatshirt.
Purple gloves
Simple purple plush mittens or gloves to match the jumpsuit's fabric.
DIY: Wear plain purple winter gloves.
Oversized shoe covers
Plush purple shoe covers designed to look like dinosaur feet, complete with three yellow toes on each foot.
DIY: Glue yellow felt triangles onto the toes of plain purple slip-on shoes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Barney costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Step into the purple dinosaur jumpsuit or inflatable suit and zip it up securely.
- 2
Adjust the stuffed tail so it hangs freely behind you without dragging excessively.
- 3
Put on your shoes and pull the oversized purple foot covers over them, ensuring the yellow toes point forward.
- 4
Slip on the matching purple plush gloves or mittens.
- 5
Place the Barney hood or mascot head over your head, adjusting the eye openings for clear visibility.
Makeup & hair
No makeup or hair styling is required if you are wearing a full mascot head or hood. If your face is exposed, you can apply purple face paint or keep it simple with a friendly, clean-shaven look.
Barney for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Baby Bop (the green Triceratops) or BJ (the yellow Protoceratops) for a perfect duo.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Barney, Baby Bop, BJ, and Riff for the ultimate group look.
- kids
- A highly popular choice for toddlers and young kids, available in soft, cozy fleece onesies.
- Plus size
- Inflatable Barney costumes are naturally roomy and offer a comfortable, one-size-fits-most fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a simple purple pet hoodie with a green felt patch on the chest.
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Barney and friends costume
- Gather friends to dress as Barney, Baby Bop, BJ, and Riff for the ultimate group look.
Tips
- If wearing an inflatable costume, bring extra AA batteries to keep the fan running all night.
- Mascot heads can get warm; take frequent breaks and stay hydrated.
- Practice your best 'I love you, you love me' song rendition to stay in character.
Barney costume FAQ
- What color is Barney the Dinosaur?
- Barney is primarily a vibrant purple with a bright green belly and yellow diamond-shaped spots on his tail and toes.
- Is there an official inflatable Barney costume?
- Yes, officially licensed inflatable Barney costumes are available and feature a built-in fan to keep the suit puffed up.
- How can I DIY a Barney costume easily?
- You can DIY a budget-friendly Barney costume by sewing a green felt oval onto a purple hoodie, adding yellow felt triangles to the toes of purple shoes, and making felt eyes for the hood.
Did you know? The very first Barney costume, created in 1988, was nicknamed 'Blue Dog' by fans because its foam material was spray-painted a darker, almost blue-purple shade compared to the bright magenta-purple used later.